PLASTIC PROPERTIES CHART
When repairing, some parts may be deformed by the heat. Therefore, confirm the properties of the plastic parts, and remove parts beforehand as necessary.
| Code | Material name | Heat resistant temperature limit* °C (°F) | Resistance to alcohol or gasoline | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | Acrylonitrile Acrylic Styrene | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents. |
| ABS | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents. |
| AES | Acrylonitrile Ethylene Styrene | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents. |
| ASA | Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents. |
| CAB | Cellulose Acetate | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents. |
| EPDM | Ethylene Propylene | 100 (212) | Alcohol is harmless. Gasoline is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. | Most solvents are harmless but avoid dipping in gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| EVA | Ethylene Acetate | 70 (158) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents. |
| E/VAC | Ethylene/ Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Resin | 70 (158) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents. |
| FRP | Fiber Reinforced Plastics | 180 (356) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Avoid alkali. |
| PA | Polyamide (Nylon) | 80 (176) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Avoid battery acid. |
| PBT | Polybutylene Terephthalate | 160 (320) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| PC | Polycarbonate | 120 (248) | Alcohol is harmless. | Avoid gasoline, brake fluid, wax, wax removers and organic solvents. Avoid alkali. |
| PE | Polyethylene | 80 (176) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| PEI | Polyetherimide | 160 (320) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| PET | Polyethylene Terephthalate | 75 (167) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Avoid dipping in water. |
| PGM | Polypropylene Glass Fiber Pulp | 80 (176) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| PMMA | Polymethyl Methacrylate | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| POM | Polyoxymethylene (Polyacetal) | 100 (212) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| PP | Polypropylene | 80 (176) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| PPC | Polyphthlate Carbonate | 149 (300) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| PPE | Polyphenylene Ether | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease). | Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| PPF | Composite Reinforced Polypropylene | 80 (176) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| PPO | Modified Polyphenylene Oxide | 100 (212) | Alcohol is harmless. | Gasoline is harmless if applied only for quick wiping to remove grease. |
| PS | Polystyrene | 60 (140) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. | Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| PUR | Polyurethane | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for very short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| PVC | Polyvinylchloride (Vinyl) | 80 (176) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| SAN | Styrene Acrylonitrile | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| TPE | Thermoplastic Elastomer | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless. Gasoline is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. | Most solvents are harmless but avoid dipping in gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| TPO | Thermoplastic Olefine | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless. Gasoline is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. | Most solvents are harmless but avoid dipping in gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| TPU | Thermoplastic Polyurethane | 80 (176) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc. |
| TSOP | TOYOTA Super Olefine Polymer | 80 (176) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| UP | Unsaturated Polyester | 110 (233) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Avoid alkali. |
*The heat resistant temperature means a temperature that may cause heat deformation during a procedure.
THE PLASTIC BODY PARTS MATERIAL LIST (for TMC, TMMR Made)
| *1 | Front Bumper Cover (PP) | *2 | Front Bumper Hole Cover (PP) |
| *3 | Radiator Lower Grille (PP/ABS) | *4 | Front Bumper Extension Mounting Bracket (PP) |
| *5 | Front Bumper Lower Cover (PP) | *6 | Radiator Grille (ABS) |
| *7 | Front Symbol Emblem (ABS) | *8 | Head Light (PC/PP) |
| *9 | Front Fender To Cowl Side Seal (TPO) | *10 | Cowl Top Ventilator Louver (PP) |
| *11 | Roof Drip Side Finish Moulding (TPO) | *12 | Outside Rear View Mirror (ABS/ASA/PA) |
| *13 | Side Turn Signal Light (PMMA/PC) | *14 | Door Outside Handle (PC/PBT/PA) |
| *15 | Front Wheel Opening Extension Pad (PP) | *16 | Door Window Frame Moulding (ASA) |
| *17 | No.2 Luggage Compartment Door Name Plate (ABS) | *18 | Rear Symbol Emblem (ABS) |
| *19 | No.3 Luggage Compartment Door Name Plate (ABS) | *20 | No.1 Luggage Compartment Door Name Plate (ABS) |
| *21 | Licence Plate Light (PMMA/ABS) | *22 | Luggage Compartment Door Outside Garnish (ABS) |
| *23 | Rear Bumper Lower Cover (PP/TSOP) | *24 | Rear Bumper Cover (PP/TSOP) |
| *25 | Reflex Reflector (PMMA/ASA) | *26 | Rear Light (PMMA/ASA) |
| *27 | Rear Combination Light (PMMA/ASA) | *28 | Rocker Panel Moulding Protector (PP) |
| *29 | Body Rocker Panel Moulding (PP/TSOP) | - | - |
/ Made up of 2 or more kinds of materials.
, Resin material differs with model.
THE PLASTIC BODY PARTS MATERIAL LIST (for TMMK Made)
| *1 | Front Bumper Cover (PP) | *2 | Front Turn Signal Light (PC/PP) |
| *3 | Radiator Lower Grille (PP/ABS) | *4 | Front Bumper Extension Mounting Bracket (PP) |
| *5 | Front Symbol Emblem (ABS) | *6 | Radiator Grille (ABS/ASA) |
| *7 | Head Light (PC/PP) | *8 | Front Fender To Cowl Side Seal (TPO) |
| *9 | Cowl Top Ventilator Louver (PP) | *10 | Roof Drip Side Finish Moulding (TPE) |
| *11 | Outside Rear View Mirror (ABS/ASA/PA) | *12 | Side Turn Signal Light (PMMA/PC) |
| *13 | Door Outside Handle (PC/PBT) | *14 | Front Wheel Opening Extension Pad (PP) |
| *15 | Door Window Frame Moulding (ASA) | *16 | Rear Pillar Garnish Outer (PC) |
| *17 | Rear Spoiler (ABS) | *18 | Rear Symbol Emblem (ABS) |
| *19 | Luggage Compartment Door Garnish (ABS) | *20 | No.3 Luggage Compartment Door Name Plate (ABS) |
| *21 | Licence Plate Light (PC/PBT) | *22 | Rear Bumper Cover (PP/TSOP) |
| *23 | Rear Bumper Lower Cover (PP/TSOP) | *24 | No.2 Luggage Compartment Door Name Plate (ABS) |
| *25 | Rear Light (PMMA/ASA) | *26 | Rear Combination Light (PMMA/ASA) |
| *27 | Rocker Panel Moulding Protector (PP) | *28 | Body Rocker Panel Moulding (PP) |
/ Made up of 2 or more kinds of materials.